This is the 2334th most frequent Dutch word.
sprinten
To sprint.
The verb 'sprinten' is used here to describe a sudden fast run, commonly associated with athletic activities.
De atleet begon te sprinten toen het startschot klonk.
The athlete started sprinting when the starting shot sounded.
In this sentence, 'sprinten' is employed metaphorically to indicate a hurried run towards a target.
Ze moest sprinten om de bus op tijd te halen.
She had to sprint to catch the bus on time.
Here, 'sprinten' is utilized to describe playful running, showing its versatility in describing fast movement in different contexts.